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Jan. 26, 2026 West St. Paul City Council meeting

West St. Paul City Council Recap: Jan. 26, 2026

A lengthy City Council meeting focused on Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) activity resulted in about a dozen measures, including supporting police de-escalation, increased police presence, approving up to $10,000 in emergency food assistance, supporting an eviction moratorium at the state level, and more.

West St. Paul City Council Preview: Jan. 26, 2026

With the ongoing ICE activity, West St. Paul City Council will consider potential recommendations, as well as the 424 Butler Avenue East townhouses, a rental license hearing for 97 Orme Street East, and more.

Concept drawing for proposed apartments at 212 Thompson Avenue East in West St. Paul.

City Recommends Denial for Proposed Apartments at 212 Thompson

A proposal for a four-story, 65-unit affordable apartment complex at 212 Thompson Avenue East moves forward to Planning Commission, though the City of West St. Paul recommends denial.

212 Thompson Avenue East in West St. Paul

Proposed Apartments at 212 Thompson Avenue East

A developer proposed a new affordable apartment in West St. Paul. The project depends on tax credits coming through. A public open house is next week.

March 27, 2023 West St. Paul City Council meeting

West St. Paul City Council Recap: March 27, 2023

Nine months after the state of Minnesota allowed intoxicating THC products, the West St. Paul City Council took the final step of the regulatory process by approving official licenses. Other business included discussion of accessory dwelling units, a parks department reorganization, and a remodel at Petco to add vet services.

West St. Paul City Council Preview: March 27, 2023

West St. Paul City Council will consider intoxicating THC licenses, a Petco remodeling to add veterinary services, accept a bid on the Thompson/Oakdale roundabout, and discuss accessory dwelling units.